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NC Lawmakers Finalize Doling Out More Federal COVID-19 Money

PRE News & Ideas | By Jared Brumbaugh

Published March 4, 2021 at 3:22 PM EST

North Carolina legislators have finalized how to distribute another tranche of federal coronavirus relief money earmarked for the state and adjusting how previous funds are spent. Both the Senate and House voted unanimously Thursday on the spending package. It allocates $1.7 billion that went to the state through a relief bill approved by Congress in December. Gov. Roy Cooper already signed a law last month that distributes $2.2 billion for the state from the December congressional action. Thursday's bill distributes over $1.1 billion combined to help pay for virus testing and prevention, transportation projects and University of North Carolina system expenses.

Jared Brumbaugh

Jared Brumbaugh is the Assistant General Manager for Public Radio East. An Eastern North Carolina native, Jared began his professional public radio career at Public Radio East while he was a student at Craven Community College earning his degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. During his 15+ years at Public Radio East, he has served as an award-winning journalist, producer, and on-air host. When not at the station, Jared enjoys hiking, traveling, and honing his culinary skills.

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